Islamabad is once again in the spotlight as the government moves forward with long-awaited housing developments. The Minister for Housing and Works, Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada, is set to officially break ground for the development of F-14 and F-15 sectors, marking a fresh start for projects that have been pending for years. This move brings new hope to thousands of families waiting for homes in the capital.
The Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA) is spearheading this initiative. With the infrastructure contract already awarded to the National Logistic Cell (NLC), development work is ready to begin at full speed.
FGEHA F-14 & F-15: A New Beginning
For many, F-14 and F-15 have been associated with uncertainty and long waiting periods. According to FGEHA spokesperson Faiz Ahmed Sial, the development of these sectors is expected to be completed within three years.
The involvement of NLC, a well-reputed organization in infrastructure development, is a positive step towards ensuring timely delivery. Once the groundbreaking ceremony is performed, NLC will commence work immediately, maintaining a fast-paced development schedule.
This initiative forms part of the government’s broader plan to accelerate stalled projects and provide much-needed relief to applicants who have been waiting for years.
Upcoming Sectors: F-12 & G-12
The housing authority is not stopping with F-14 and F-15. Plans are already underway to launch F-12 and G-12 within the current year.
- F-12: Layout plan and PC-I (project cost estimate) have been finalized, with an estimated cost of Rs35 billion.
- G-12: Layout plan is in its final stages. Once completed, the PC-I will be prepared, and tendering will begin.
Officials confirm that development work on both sectors will start simultaneously. Land awards for F-12 and G-12 were announced years ago, and payments to landowners will be made before development begins. Authorities are hopeful that construction will commence in the coming months.
Addressing Delayed Projects
While new sectors are launching, some older projects are still facing delays, including:
- Sky Gardens – Near Bhara Kahu, Murree. Phase I is 40% complete, Phase II at 42%. 80 plots in Sector A were handed over on July 3, 2025, while Blocks G and D are expected by March 2026.
- Green Enclave-I – Launched in 2009, development remains stalled due to legal and joint venture disputes, though negotiations are reportedly in final stages.
- Chaklala & Kashmir Heights – Work has resumed, and contracts have been awarded, indicating progress towards clearing the backlog.
A New Era for Islamabad Housing
The groundbreaking of F-14 and F-15 is more than a ceremonial event; it reflects a renewed government focus on addressing housing shortages and completing long-delayed projects.
If development progresses as planned, residents can expect:
- Faster infrastructure development.
- Simultaneous launching of new sectors.
- Restart of stalled housing schemes.
- Timely possession of plots.
For many families, this could finally mean moving from years of waiting to actual home ownership. The coming months are crucial, and if the projects stay on track, Islamabad’s housing sector may soon look very different, opening new opportunities and restoring confidence among homebuyers.
